Headed to a Show? These Are the Closest Dispensaries to Every Major Music Venue

Music and cannabis go together like … well, music and cannabis (seriously, can you think of a better pair?). Throughout history, music has had such an influential role in how cannabis is perceived, consumed, and talked about—and vice versa—that it seems crazy to separate them.

If you’re on your way to a music fest or major concert this summer, it’s always nice to know where you can stop on the way for an elevated music experience. Check out our handy guide of major music spaces and the dispensaries closest to them, and when you stop by a shop, say hello from Leafly!

Ak-Chin Pavilion

The Ak-Chin Pavilion opened its doors in 1990 and hasn’t stopped showcasing concert after major concert since. It hosts some of the biggest tours and festivals in the country, such as Lollapalooza and Warped Tour.

Cooks Valley Campground

Off the Redwood Highway, this picturesque campground within the Emerald Triangle will bring you back to your roots. Cannabis is sewn into the culture here, and Northern Nights played host to the first-ever legal “cannabis lounge” at a music festival, in 2016.

Golden 1 Center

Situated in the heart of Sacramento, the Golden 1 Center regularly books some of the biggest names in the music industry. If you’re on your way to California’s capitol, see if you can nab some tickets for this enormous venue.

Southern California

Hollywood Bowl

The Hollywood Bowl is an aptly named venue located in Los Angeles, so when you visit this arena keep your eyes peeled—maybe you’ll see a famous face in the crowd! (If they aren’t performing on stage, of course.)

Empire Polo Club

If you’ve opened a magazine within the past … oh, year or five, you’ve probably seen mention of the famous Coachella Music Festival. Empire Polo Club not only hosts this star-studded event, it also keeps a slew of festivals and concerts on its lineup year-round.

The Smith Center

Betwixt the glitter and flash of Las Vegas lies the The Smith Center—a nonprofit facility bringing in not only major music acts, but also symphony concerts, plays, a variety of dance, and several other performance art pieces.

Las Vegas Motor Speedway

The LVMS has been a staple in NASCAR communities for years—some of the biggest events in racing take place here. However, not only do race cars grace these grounds, the venue is also home to the Electric Daisy Carnival, an enormous celebration encompassing a smorgasbord of big-name EDM acts and millions of bright lights.

Black Rock Desert

Black Rock Desert is another spot seemingly in the middle of nowhere, but it is home to the already massive and ever-growing Burning Man. There aren’t any close towns, so make sure to stock up on both water and weedstuffs on your way in.

Oregon

The Roseland Theatre

Usually so popular that most shows are standing room only, The Roseland Theatre in Portland may have some of the best acoustics in the city. And don’t worry if you’re stuck behind someone taller than you—the sightlines are also superb.

Washington

The Gorge Amphitheatre

Gorgeous scenery surrounds this Washington favorite—it’s been home to many major concerts and festivals, and rivals Red Rocks in jaw-dropping natural beauty. There’s no better way to see shows here than with a pre-roll in hand.

Salmo River Ranch

Yet another hot spot that lies many miles from civilization, Salmo River Ranch hosts the internationally beloved electronic music festival, Shambhala. When it’s not alive with music, it’s a 500-acre cattle ranch.

Toronto

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Massey Hall

Part of Massey Hall’s intricate history includes this fun fact: On September 12, 1997, “British cult singer Morrissey is mistaken for an audience member during a raucous concert, and hauled off stage by a security guard, abruptly ending the concert.” If that funny tidbit doesn’t make you want to check out this venue, we don’t know what will.

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